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Patterns, predictors and gender differences in HIV risk among severely mentally ill men and women
- Authors:
- OTTO-SALAJ Laura L., et al
- Journal article citation:
- Community Mental Health Journal, 34(2), April 1998, pp.175-190.
- Publisher:
- Springer
Presents the findings of research examining risk factors and patterns of risk behaviour among the severely mentally ill population in the USA, which contribute to their elevated vulnerability to HIV/AIDS. Factors predictive of greater risk were being female, presently being in a relationship, perceiving oneself to be at risk, high levels of alcohol use, and weak risk reduction behavioural intentions.
Social roles and gender difference in the prevalence of common mental disorder
- Authors:
- WEICH Scott, SLOGGETT Andrew, LEWIS Glyn
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 173, December 1998, pp.489-493.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
It is not known why the most common mental disorders, anxiety and depression, are more prevalent among women than men. This research aimed to test the hypothesis that this gender difference could be explained by differences between men and women in social role occupancy, after adjusting for age and socio-economic status. Using a cross-sectional survey of adults aged 16-74 years living in private households in England, Wales and Scotland. Results found the gender difference in the prevalence of the common mental disorders did not vary with age to a statistically significant degree. Although those of either gender occupying the fewest, and women occupying the most social roles had the highest prevalence of common mental disorders, neither number of social roles, occupancy of traditional 'female' caring and domestic roles, nor socio-economic status explained the gender difference in these conditions.
Do you see what I see?
- Author:
- RYAN Tony
- Journal article citation:
- Open Mind, 94, November 1998, pp.12-13.
- Publisher:
- MIND
When it comes to perceptions of risk, research has shown that it's all in the eye of the beholder. Reports on the results of a survey, of those within the mental health arena, to investigate how risks were perceived. Discusses the results in relation to gender, professional differences and stakeholder differences.
Gender differences in rates and correlates of suicidal behaviour amongst child psychiatric out-patients
- Authors:
- WANNAN Gary, FOMBONNE Eric
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adolescence, 21(4), August 1998, pp.371-381.
- Publisher:
- Academic Press
This study determines factors associated with suicidal ideas attempts of threats in psychiatric out-patients aged between 8 and 17 years who attended a British teaching hospital. Multivariate logistic regression analyses were performed by sex on the data from the standard department questionnaire. Substance abuse, depression and distributed relationships with adults were predictors of suicidal behaviour for both sexes. For female subjects, anti-social behaviour was also associated. In girls alone, depression had significant interaction effects with substance abuse and conduct disorder. Possible reasons for these differences are discussed.
Conditions for women in in-patient psychiatric units: the Mental Health Act Commission 1996 national visit
- Authors:
- WARNER Lesley, FORD Richard
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Care, 1(7), March 1998, pp.225-228.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
All NHS services are expected to make in-patient wards single-sex. However, as the authors report, women in psychiatric hospitals still have to share sleeping accommodation with men, and still experience sexual harassment, violence, threat and abuse. Some units are unable even to guarantee 24-hour access to a female member of staff.
Sexual abuse and adolescent maladjustment: differences between male and female victims
- Authors:
- GARNEFSKI Nadia, ARENDS Ellen
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adolescence, 21(1), February 1998, pp.99-107.
- Publisher:
- Academic Press
In this article data from a large representative community sample of adolescents is analysed to investigate the relationship between a history of sexual abuse and adolescent functioning. Emotional problems, behavioural problems, suicidal thoughts and behaviour of boys and girls with a history of sexual abuse were compared to those in a matched control group of boys and girls without such a history. The results support to the need for further research investigating gender differences in response to sexual abuse.
Prospective study into factors associated with aggressive incidents in psychiatric acute admission wards
- Authors:
- KHO King, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 172, January 1998, pp.38-43.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Factors associated with aggression among psychiatric in-patients are still poorly understood. This study examines levels of aggression ascertained weekly by staff report for every patient on five acute admission wards and one locked intensive care ward at two hospitals prospectively over a five-month period. Found that levels of aggression varied considerably among the admission wards. Aggression was more common on the locked away and among younger patients. Factors associated with aggression changed with time since admission. Complex associations were found with gender, ethnic group and diagnosis.
Inequalities in mental health
- Authors:
- HENDERSON Claire, THORNICROFT Graham, GLOVER Gyles
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 173, August 1998, pp.105-109.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
Aims to summarise the relevant research on rate of psychiatric morbidity within the general population, and define specific populations at high risk of mental disorder. The theories put forward to account for these inequalities are considered, noting the limitations of the data they are based on and highlighting their implications for the data required to facilitate further research. Inequalities in access, provision and appropriateness of services are also discussed. Makes policy recommendations for reducing these inequalities at national, regional and district levels.
Implementing adult protection policies in Kent and East Sussex
- Authors:
- BROWN Hilary, STEIN June
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Policy, 27(3), July 1998, pp.371-396.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
- Place of publication:
- Cambridge
Reports on the extent and nature of adult protection cases dealt with by two social services departments during a twelve month period in 1995-6, within the framework of newly revised generic policies on abuse of vulnerable adults. The two counties varied in the level of reporting documented and in the number of cases logged for individuals who fall within the main four groups of 'vulnerable adults' covered by the policies. Arguments for consistent reporting are set out and the tension which exists between formal and informal approaches to the subsequent investigation of abuse discussed with reference to American vulnerable adult statutes.
Addressing the needs of homeless women with mental health problems
- Authors:
- PARRY-CROOKE Georgie, CROFT-WHITE Clare
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Care, 1(7), March 1998, pp.229-232.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
Numbers of homeless women with mental health problems have risen dramatically in recent years. Yet hostels may be reluctant or unable to offer them accommodation; staff can feel unsupported and ill-prepared, and relations with statutory mental health services can be strained. The authors report on services for women offered by London direct access hostels, and highlight a number of areas needing action.